DANCE COMPETITION REGISTRATION FORM

Common Rules

Following rules are applied on all divisions and Dance types. Dance specific rules are explained in later part of the document. Dance specific rules will override common rules which are explained below. 

Eligibility

• Participants must be residents of India. Visitors to India are not permitted to participate.
• Participants can participate in maximum in two dances.
• Competition is not confined to amateurs only. Professional teams are permitted to participate. A professional who directs/choreographs for a fee, may participate in his/her own team.

Team Requirements 

• All types of dances in a team format are allowed.
• Minimum 5 participants are required in a team ( if not specified in the dance specific rules)

Dance Types 

• Classical
• Folk
• Jazz
• Salsa
• Hip-Hop
• Modern
• Haryanavi

Trophies and Awards 

• Trophy will be given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed.  
• All participants will also be given a certificate of participation and a gift.

Team Registrations  

Steps to register for competition  

• Send fully filled Team registration form before last dates specified on Makar Sankranti festival and VOB Anniversary
• VOB Anniversary Festival organizing committee will assign you a team ID and inform you by preferred mode of communication. Please always refer Team ID in your communication after team registration.
• Send fully filled Participant form along with proof of age before last date specified on Makar Sankranti festival and VOB Anniversary.
• Song must be provided to Dance committee on a pen drive only.
• Each Participant should provide signed Liability Release Form.
• You can withdraw your team entry before last date specified but you will not be refunded.
  
  VOB Dance committee decision is final in case of any disputes, complaints or controversy arising for Makar Sankranti festival and VOB Anniversary event. 

Song Selection  

• Lyrics should be in one of the indian languages representing the region of india. 
• Song must be provided to Dance committee on a pen drive only.
• Traditional instruments that are appropriate for the song and dance form are encouraged.
• Music with or without words will be accepted provided it reflects on a particular dance category or in traditional instrument.
• The song must be no more than 6 minutes.
• Song must meet appropriate Quality standards and will be reviewed by Dance committee.
• In case song does not pass quality standards, you will be notified in advance.
• You will be contacted to confirm your participation. Your cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated.

Props

• Participants should bring their own props in case needed. (confirm with Student Festival Dance committee)
• There is no limitation on props usages during dance performance.  
• Teams should use appropriate props as per requirements of song and Dance.  
• Safety Code: No glass bangles, colors, confetti, grains, or any other small/breakable objects allowed on stage/backstage or in dressing rooms. This safety code will be strictly enforced.

Costume

• Appropriate costume should be wear for Dance performance. It should reflect Dance category and regional culture.
• Changes of costume on or off stage during performance are not allowed.(Confirm with VOB Dance committee) 
• Costume selection is one of the scoring points. So it should promote regional ethnicity and culture
• Safety Code: No glass bangles, colors, confetti, grains, or any other small/breakable objects allowed on stage/backstage or in dressing rooms. This safety code will be strictly enforced.

Timings

• Duration of Dance performance should be limited to maximum 6 minutes.
• Only 2 minutes are allowed for stage preparation (includes general introductions) before performance, and only 1 minute allowed after performance to clean the stage.
• Timings are one of the scoring points. 10 Points will be deducted from final score for each minute exceeds the time limits.

Stage and Environment preparation  

• No special effects: steam, disco balls, smoke, etc. are allowed.
• Props hanging from the ceiling will not be allowed.  
• At no time will the Sun Dome lights be shut off or dimmed.  
• Each team should have a representative overseeing curtain opening, closing, audio playback and clearing the stage after the performance. 
• Safety Code: No glass bangles, colors, confetti, grains, or any other small/breakable objects allowed on stage/ backstage or in dressing rooms. This safety code will be strictly enforced.

Backstage Rules  

• Team should be present backstage at least 30 minutes prior to its assigned time, regardless of schedule running on time or not.
• Assignment sheet will be placed backstage for the directors to sign upon arrival. If a team has not signed in they will forfeit their chance to participate
• We will not come to dressing rooms to look for you. “No shows” will forfeit their chance to perform.
• Safety Code: No glass bangles, colors, confetti, grains, or any other small/breakable objects allowed on stage/backstage or in dressing rooms. This safety code will be strictly enforced.

Dressing Room usage  

• A schedule will be provided at the gate of dressing room for its usage. Please maintain schedule so every team should have chance to get ready before their performance.
• Teams should stay in assigned Dressing room only.
• Safety Code: No glass bangles, colors, confetti, grains, or any other small/breakable objects allowed on stage/backstage or in dressing rooms. This safety code will be strictly enforced. 

Evaluation and Scoring  

• A panel of professional judges will evaluate all items.
• Point distribution
  Entry: 25 points
  Exit/Conclusion: 25 points
  Originality/Innovation: 50 points 
  Action (facial expression): 50 points 
  Coordination & Synchronization: 50 points 
  Costume/Jewelry: 50 points 
  Song selection: 50 points 
  Steps, Choreography, Rhythm: 100 points 
  Overall Impression: 100 points 
  TOTAL 500 points  

Judging Aspect  

Enthusiasm 
Authenticity- Use of props and presentation 
Creativity 
Style/Formation- Use of stage 
Start and Closing 
Song Selection 
Overall Choreography

Grievance

• Grievance should be given in writing with proper documentation and proof to Grievance committee.
• The Grievance committee will settle all the disputes within 1 week.
• VOB Board committee decision is final in case of any disputes, complaints or controversy arising for Makar Sankranti festival and VOB Anniversary event. 

Interruption of performance  

• In the event the presentation of any team must be interrupted because of failure of the equipment, facilities, etc., the team affected will be allowed to present their entire routine again at a time determined by the judging panel.
• In the event of the presentation of any team must be interrupted because of failure of the team’s own equipment or supplies, the team must either continue the presentation or withdraw from the competition.
• In the event that an injury causes the presentation of a team to be interrupted, the team must either continue the presentation or withdraw from the competition. The VOB staff reserves the right to stop the presentation due to injury if it is deemed necessary.